General Care
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New immunotherapy treatment uses patient's own cells to attack cancer
Scientists have successfully used a patient's own immune cells to target unique cancer mutations. This breakthrough offers a blueprint for treating common cancers.
Saudi Arabia reports 18 new cases of MERS
Saudi Arabia reports 18 new MERS cases, bringing the total to 449. Health officials emphasize infection control as the death toll reaches 121.
Balance between weight loss and blood sugar levels necessary
Balancing protein and carbohydrate intake is essential for effective weight loss and blood sugar management. Avoid crash diets to prevent muscle loss.
Obese and healthy? Maybe not, study says
New research suggests that even 'metabolically healthy' obese individuals may have hidden plaque build-up in their arteries, increasing heart disease risk.
Secrets to longevity found in blood of 115-year-old woman
Analysis of a 115-year-old woman's blood provides new insights into stem cell exhaustion and the biological limits of human longevity.
Medical marijuana may treat MS symptoms, ineffective for other brain disorders
A systematic review indicates that medical marijuana may help treat MS symptoms but lacks evidence for other brain disorders like Parkinson's.
Increasing daily coffee consumption may protect against type 2 diabetes
A new study suggests that increasing your daily coffee intake may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Utah sperm swap 'unacceptable' but still unexplained, docs say
A University of Utah investigation into a fertility clinic sperm swap incident deemed the event unacceptable but could not determine if it was intentional.
Gene therapy may boost power of cochlear implants, study says
Australian researchers are testing gene therapy to enhance cochlear implants, potentially improving sound quality for those with hearing loss.
FDA proposes first e-cigarette rules, including banning sales to minors
The FDA has proposed new regulations for e-cigarettes, including a ban on sales to minors and mandatory health warning labels.
FDA approves new drug for stomach cancer
The FDA has approved Cyramza (ramucirumab) as a new treatment option for patients suffering from advanced stomach cancer.
MIT scientists 'edit' DNA to cure genetic disease in mice
MIT scientists successfully used CRISPR genome-editing technology to correct a genetic liver disease in mice, offering hope for future human treatments.
High-fat diet increases breast cancer risk, study finds
A large-scale study suggests that diets high in saturated fat from animal products may significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer.
Effects of childhood bullying still evident 40 years later, study says
A long-term study reveals that childhood bullying has persistent negative effects on physical, mental, and cognitive health well into middle age.
New oral drug can stop measles infection before symptoms begin
Researchers have developed an oral drug, ERDRP-0519, designed to block measles transmission and support global vaccination efforts.
TV smoking influences adult tobacco use, study says
A study suggests that seeing smoking depicted on television can trigger cravings and influence tobacco use among adults.
Eating disorders in men often go undiagnosed
Eating disorders in men are frequently undiagnosed because of the persistent stigma and misconception that they only affect women.
Sweet nothings: FDA says honey with added sweeteners isn't honey
The FDA has issued new draft guidelines stating that honey mixed with sweeteners must be clearly labeled as a 'blend' to protect consumers.
Scientists grow human body parts in lab
Scientists are successfully growing custom-made body parts like noses and ears in the lab using advanced stem cell technology.
Being underweight puts people at high risk of death, study shows
Being underweight can be just as dangerous as obesity, with a new study showing a significantly higher risk of death for those with low BMI.